Julie Leonhardt LaTorre of Sotheby’s International Realty: “Lively debate breeds the best ideas; The biggest concern for any organization should be when their most passionate people become quiet”

Lively debate breeds the best ideas. The biggest concern for any organization should be when their most passionate people become quiet. There are certain people who work for me who have become a litmus test, my gut check. When they withdraw or go quiet, I know there is something that needs my attention.

As a part of my series about strong female leaders, I had the pleasure of interviewing Julie Leonhardt LaTorre. Julie serves as Chief Operating Officer for Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the global servicing and operations functions for the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand. With an extensive background, working across various sectors of the real estate industry, LaTorre has gleaned an invaluable global business acumen. She has experience as a transactional attorney, as well as having worked closely with auction houses and luxury brands and has a keen…